Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Virgil Thompson writes us from Tilden, Ill: "Please change my address on your mailing list from Marissa, Ill., to Tilden. I have been working in the Tilden mines ever since I have been here, but just managed to get moved here and had to buy a place to get one, then. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Mr. and Mrs. Will Richards left Saturday for Springfield, Ill., where they will make their home. They leave a host of friends in old Higbee who give them up with genuine regret. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--THOSE WHO MUST REGISTER--Just how old a man must be before he is past the draft age has been puzzling Higbee men ever since the draft law was passed, some claiming that when a man has passed his 45th birthday he was beyond 45 years old and therefore did not have to register. In conversation with County Clerk Rothwell, Monday, he informed us that such a construction was wrong, and that all men who have attained their 18th birthday and who have not attained their 46th must register on the 12th. Mr. Rothwell further held that if a man's 46th birthday fell on Sept. 12th he would have to register. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Born on the 4th to Mr. and Mrs. John Longdon, a son. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Reed received a card last Saturday advising them of the safe arrival overseas of their son, Claude. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--John Davis left Tuesday for Illinois where he has secured employment and where he is thinking of moving his family. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Clyde, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Edgar Smith, had an experience Monday that he is not anxious to have repeated. On his way home he took hold of an electric light wire that was hanging over the driveway between the residences of Dr. G. M. Nichols and Wisdom Burton, and as the wire was charged he could not let go. When he attempted to pull the wire loose with his free hand he was held by it also. Hearing his cries, Mr. Burton ran out and jerked him loose, himself receiving a light shock. The wire had been hanging for a day or so, and when the boys of the neighborhood found out that it would not kill they had more or less fun in getting shocked. The ground happened to be too wet when Clyde tried it. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--David Pitney of Oklahoma is the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stanton Pitney. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Miss Romaine Thompson returned to her home in Troy, Ill, after a visit of several weeks with her aunt, Mrs. Robert Harris. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Chas Harris having enlisted in the navy several days ago, is attending commercial college in Moberly, while awaiting a call to report. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--W. W. Morley, who will hold a public sale Tuesday, informs us that he is thinking of moving to Montana to make it his home. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--THEDA BARA--In-- "The Soul of Buddha." At the Gem Saturday, Sept. 7th. A Fox standard feature with a big reputation. The fact that Theda Bara is the star insures you a first class picture. Admission 15c and 2c war tax; children 10c. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--TO HAVE 100-FOOT FLAG POLE--Mayor Thomason last week, finding that an 80-foot flag pole would take some ten or fifteen dollars more than had been raised to purchase the pole and flag, ordered one of that length, and thereby stirred up a hornet's nest, as about nine out of every ten who had contributed to the cause expressed themselves as wanting a 100 footer or none at all, and all said they would double their subscription, if necessary, to get it. As a result, the order for the 80-foot pole was canceled, and the whole matter will be brought up at a mass meeting at the City Hall tonight at 7:30 o'clock. At this meeting the size of the U. S. Flag is to be decided on, as well as the service flag, and committees appointed for the raising of additional funds and for making all arrangements for the raising of the pole. So let everyone be on hand promptly at that hour. While an 80-foot pole would have been a credit to the town and community, we are mighty glad a taller one was demanded, for old Higbee has led the county in bond and stamp sales, Red Cross, YMCA and Salvation Army donations, going over her quota two and three times every time she has been called on for anything. It seems to be the special desire of a great many, in fact, everybody, to outdo Moberly on the pole and flag question, especially the flag, and when old Higbee raises her flag you will very likely see the largest one ever in the county. The pole and flag demanded will cost about $300 or more, but Higbee folks are going to have them if they cost three times that much, for we have the dough and are not afraid to spend it in honor of the boys who are now "over there" and others who are on their way. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Mrs. Mary Pilkington left Thursday for an extended visit with relatives in Albia, Ia. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--Raymond Edwards, who has been attending the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md., for the past year or two came home Sunday on a three weeks' furlough for a visit with his sisters, Mrs. John Rankin and Miss Mabel Edwards. He is in love with his studies and life on the deep, and the training has given him a physique almost perfect and in his spotless white uniform he is a most commanding figure ten blocks away. He will visit with his father in McAlester, Okla., before returning to school. Friday, 6 September, 1918, Vol 32, No 21--BURGLARS MAKE BIG HAUL--Rob Andrews & Burton's, Ernest Bryant's and Cleeton's of about $2,000.--Early Sunday morning burglars entered the store of Andrews & Burton and robbed it of clothing valued between $1500 and $2000. They gained entrance to the store by forcing the front door. They packed the clothing in suit cases, loaded them in automobiles and made their getaway. Raymond Edwards, who came in from the east at 4:19 saw the automobile standing in front of the store, but as cars are a common sight both day and night, he thought nothing about it. The car was also seen by Emmett Dulaney about 5 o'clock when he passed on his way to his meat market, but he paid no attention to it. As soon as the robbery was discovered all neighboring towns were notified and Mr. Burton and Marshal Williams took the first train for Kansas City. They learned at Slater that a car, containing baggage of some kind, covered with a quilt answering the description of one taken from the store, had stopped there for gas, but no further trace of the car could be found. It is presumed the burglars were a gang of city robbers and that they took their loot to Kansas City. The same bunch it is presumed, entered Cleeton's drug store, as the front door was found forced open Sunday morning. About $6 was taken from the cash register. Mr. Cleeton thinks a few cigars may have been taken. Sunday night the store of Ernest Bryant was entered in the same manner and clothing to the value of $300 was taken. The robbers did not leave the least trace, but the general opinion is that it was the work of the same gang. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.